Course Detail

Introduction

Programme Objectives

The Graduate Diploma in Public Service Management programme is intended for public sector employees and those in the "third sector" or not-for-profit organisations, associations and societies who wish to further their understanding and enhance their skills in the administration of public services.

Progressing from the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration and Management, this programme goes beyond fundamentals in public policy making and management into governance and the more strategic aspects of the management of public services.

Learning Outcomes

Develop understanding of the strategy formulation process and its application in public service management;

Equip students with tools for strategic planning;

Enable students to understand the differences between management and governance and the impact of interactive governance;

Train students in public service performance evaluation and the implementation of performance management systems.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Public Service Management prepares you for a career in the public and private service sectors. You will be rewarded with skills that will qualify for a wide range of opportunities in the public, private, non-profit and not-for-profit organisation

Entry Requirements

- MDIS Graduate Certificate in Public Administration and Management;

- A Bachelor s degree, recognised by the government in its country of origin, and a total of three years of relevant working experience in the public, non-governmental organisations, associations and agencies

English Language Requirement

- At least C6 pass in English Language at GCE 'O' Level or

- Pass the English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS or

- IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 550 or pass MDIS Certificate in English at Upper Intermediate level